The Everyday Marksman
Master yourself. Command your world. Live an adventurous life.
Today’s episode is a practical, no-hype guide to choosing a handgun that actually fits your life. Justin and I walk through the REAP framework (Reliability, Ergonomics, Accuracy, Portability), why “cool” guns can become support nightmares, and what realistic accuracy standards look like for regular people. We also dig into the 1911 question (what it’s great at, and why it’s usually a rough first handgun), the caliber/stopping-power debate, and why pistol red dots are quickly becoming the new default. If you’ve ever asked “What pistol should I buy?”—this one will save you money, frustration, and a lot of internet arguments.
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About
Hi, I’m Matt.
I’m the founder of The Everyday Marksman.
I’ve always been an outdoors fanatic and avid shooting enthusiast. Since 2014, I’ve been on a mission to teach everyday citizens how to become more capable, confident, and prepared to handle whatever the world throws at them. It’s not just about high-speed shooting tactics or expensive gear, but the sum of your abilities across wide range of skills.
My guiding star is mastery of the fundamentals first, which enables success in all other areas. Check out the topics we cover down below.
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